Welcome Note: Dr. Shubhi from Medical Learning Hub welcomed the distinguished speaker, Dr. Kausik Chaudhuri, the participants.
Module Overview: The CME program focused on the diagnosis, management, and designing of drug-resistant tuberculosis (DRTB) regimens. The sessions were led by Dr. Kausik Chaudhuri, Medical Officer (Chest) and Pulmonologist at the District Tuberculosis Center, West Bengal.
Module 1: Diagnosis, Management, and Designing DRTB Regimens Dr. Kausik Chaudhuri delivered an insightful session covering various aspects of DRTB management and diagnosis. The key points of discussion included:
Management of Multidrug-Resistant Tuberculosis (MDR-TB):
Prevention and Treatment Strategies:
Pharmacological Insights:
Actions of TB drugs and the impact of single drug administration.
Newer anti-TB drugs recommended for MDR-TB treatment, including Bedaquiline and Delamanid.
National and International Guidelines:
Regimen Design and Evolution:
Historical outcomes and the need for improved TB services.
Evolution of WHO DR-TB guidelines.
Comparative analysis of shorter vs. longer regimens (including exceptions and dosages).
Classification of drugs (Group A, Group B, and Group C).
Contemporary Issues and Future Directions:
Controversies surrounding current shorter regimen treatments.
Insights from the Nix TB Trial and BPaL regimens.
Future directions in DRTB management.
Preventive and Contact Management:
Interactive Q&A Session: Participants actively engaged with the speaker during the Q&A session. The queries, moderated by Dr. Shubhi, were addressed by Dr. Kausik Chaudhuri, providing valuable insights and clarifications.
Closing Remarks: Dr Shubhi from Medical Learning Hub delivered a closing note and vote of thanks.
Conclusion: The CME program provided a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of DRTB, emphasizing evidence-based management strategies and the importance of staying updated with evolving guidelines.
We wish you a great learning experience!
We thank Viatris for supporting us in the event.
- Welcome Note
- Speaker session- Diagnosis , Management & Designing DRTB Regimens: Dr Kausik Chaudhuri, Medical Officer, (Chest) Pulmonologist, District Tuberculosis Center, West Bengal
- Questions & Answers
- Vote of Thanks
- General Physicians
- Pulmonologists
- Microbiologist
- Consultants
- Researchers
- Public health officials, HCPs involved in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of TB
